Karnataka innovative ecosystem for students who wish to study AI/ML, which is an emerging career field in the computer science discipline. Students are increasingly choosing AI (artificial intelligence) and ML (machine learning) as career paths, and to fulfil their dream careers, here are some top AI and ML colleges in Karnataka through KCET Scores.
There are many engineering colleges in Karnataka that offer AI & ML courses. But choosing the right college for admission is important. While choosing a college, students must check its NIRF ranking, AICTE-approved courses, placement records, and more. But you don't have to worry about it, we have provided the complete list of top AI&ML colleges in Karnataka that accept KCET scores for admission.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released KCET 2025 counselling dates. The last date for choice filling is July 18. Mock allotment result will be OUT on July 21.
In this article, we have provided the list of top AI & ML colleges accepting KCET scores, including their cutoff, fee structure, and placement, to help students in selecting a college for admission.
KCET 2025 counselling has started, and the option entry link with the provisional seat matrix has been released. The last date to submit the choices is July 15. The final seat matrix has been released along with the verification slip. Read more: KCET counselling 2025 process, step-by-step guide, etc.
Latest Updates:
- KCET 2025 Counselling Dates Revised: Check new option entry and seat allotment schedule
- KCET 2025 option entry link activated at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
- KCET 2025 final seat matrix released at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in
Top AI and ML Colleges accepting KCET Scores for Admissions: Cutoff, Fees, and placement packages
| College Name | Last Round Cutoff (as per 2024) | Fees (as per last year) | Placement package |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology | 4243 | INR 107000 - 115000 | 7.5 to 48 LPA |
| BMS College of Engineering | 4835 | 42866 - 115000 |
10 to 33 LPA |
| UVCE (Government College) | 7157 | 42866 | N/A |
| Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering | 7404 | 107000 - 115000 | 5 to 56 LPA |
| Bangalore Institute of Technology | 9152 | 107000 - 115000 | 10-58 LPA |
| BMS Institute of Technology and Management | 16017 | 107000 - 115000 | 7 to 10.6 LPA |
| BNM Institute of Technology | 18000 | 107000 - 115000 | 6 to 28 LPA |
| New Horizon College of Engineering | 20238 | 107000 - 115000 | 48.5 LPA (highest) |
| SDM College of Engineering and Science | 21518 | 107000 - 115000 | 6.59 to 44 LPA |
| Sir M.Visveswaraya Institute of Technology (SMVIT) | 21795 | 107000 - 115000 | 16 LPA |
| Colleges for BTech in artificial intelligence and machine learning | |||
| PES University (Ring Road Campus), Bangalore | 3119 |
107000 - 115000 | 65 LPA |
| PES University (Electronic City), Bangalore | 8522 | 107000 - 115000 | 65 LPA |
| Reva University, Bangalore | 24012 | 107000 - 115000 | 48 LPA |
| Dayanand Sagar University | 33987 | 107000 - 115000 | 35 LPA |
| Presidency University | 35733 | 107000 - 115000 | 13.58 LPA |
| Colleges for BTech in CSE: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | |||
| RV College of Engineering | 888 | 107000 - 115000 | 15 to 56 LPA |
| MSRIT | 3963 | 107000 - 115000 | 7 to 48 LPA |
| NIE (North Campus) | 11312 |
107000 - 115000 | 70 LPA |
| SIT Tumkur | 12835 | 107000 - 115000 | 9 to 34 LPA |
| RNS Institute of Technology | 18002 | 107000 - 115000 | 46 LPA |
| KLS Gogte Institute of Technology | 18858 | 107000 - 115000 | 6 to 54 LPA |
| CMR Institute of Technology | 20739 | 107000 - 115000 | 6 to 23 LPA |
| JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bangalore | 24476 | 107000 - 115000 | 43 LPA (highest) |
| Vidya Vardhaka College of Engineering, Mysore | 26143 | 107000 - 115000 | 41.5 LPA |
| Sahhyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangalore | 26143 | 107000 - 115000 | 6.3 LPA to 43.7 LPA |
| Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan | 33860 | 107000 - 115000 | 20 LPA |
| PES College of Engineering, Mandya | 35904 | 107000 - 115000 | 4.5 to 14.5 LPA |
| Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore | 36469 | 107000 - 115000 | 4 to 22 LPA |
| B.Tech in artificial intelligence and machine learning | |||
| MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore | 21552 | 107000 - 115000 | 52 LPA (highest package) |
| Alliance University, Bangalore | 32329 | 107000 - 115000 | 8 to 60 LPA |
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How to use your KCET scores to choose the right KCET 2025 AI/ML College?
Here is a guide with which candidates can use their KCET 2025 rank/scores to select the right AI/ML KCET colleges -
- Check your KCET rank and category (GM/OBC/SC).
- Match your target rank with opening and closing cutoffs (Round 1 data gives a clear guide).
- Consider location and infrastructure – Bengaluru offers more exposure but also requires higher ranks.
Check the Shiksha KCET 2025 college predictor to check where chances.
Why have AI and ML become a popular choice among today’s youth?
Here are some reasons why AI and ML have become a popular choice in Karnataka -
1. Explosive Industry Growth
AI and ML are no longer futuristic concepts—they’re now powering real-world applications in healthcare, finance, retail, gaming, entertainment, cybersecurity, and more. The AI industry is projected to reach over $1.8 trillion by 2030. Job roles like AI engineer, data scientist, and ML developer are growing at 30 to 40% annually.
2. High-Paying Jobs
A B.Tech graduate in AI & ML average salary in India is around 8 to 12 LPA. While an experienced holder grabs a package of 30-50 LPA or even more globally.
3. Versatile Career Paths
AI and ML aren't restricted to one domain. Students can enter fields such as:
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Healthcare AI (disease prediction, diagnostics)
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Finance (fraud detection, risk modelling)
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Retail (recommendation systems, dynamic pricing)
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Gaming and AR/VR, self-driving cars, climate modelling, and more
4. Seamlessly Bends with other Tech Trends
AI/ML blends seamlessly with hot domains like:
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Data Science
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IoT (Internet of Things)
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Blockchain
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Cybersecurity
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Cloud Computing
This creates cross-functional opportunities and career flexibility.
5. Global Relevancy
AI&ML are is high demand globally. A graduate or diploma holder in AI & ML can work in top global firms like Google, Microsoft, Meta, OpenAI, etc. They are the future of the modern science. This course provides career growth, an increase in salary, and intellectual satisfaction.
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Student Forum
Answered a week ago
Yes, many NIRF-ranked colleges in Karnataka also accept COMEDK UGET and JEE Main scores, giving non-KCET students a pathway in. Some colleges additionally offer management quota seats for direct admission, based on eligibility criteria.
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Answered a week ago
No, with a rank of 50k, getting a seat for B.Pharm at JSS College of Pharmacy will be quite difficult.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, with a KCET rank of 84,400, you have a very strong chance of getting a seat in (AI and DS) under the government/KEA quota at Aakash Institute of Engineering and Technology.
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Answered 2 weeks ago
With a KCET rank of 52504 with 2A category, you have moderate chance of getting a seat in lower-demand branches (like Civil or Mechanical Engineering) at JSS Science at Technology University, Mysuru or JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru during the later rounds of KEA counselling, but get
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, you have a good chance to get a seat at Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences in the second round with a KCET rank of 39,000 under OBC 2A Rural category.
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Answered a month ago
KCET is the main entrance exam for state quota seats. If you have a good JEE Main score, you can also apply for a management or NRI quota seat, or apply through COMEDK, which is another popular option in Karnataka. Each college may accept a different mix, so check individually.
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Answered a month ago
For the General AI category, the maximum PES ECE cutoff 2026 acceptable for admission in the first round was 1223. So, students with a rank lower than 1223 can easily gain admission to the above-mentioned course. To know the maximum rank required by other categories, see the table below.
| Category (All India) | PES ECE cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 1223 |
| ST | 7369 |
| PWD | 224168 |
| Category (Home State) | PES ECE cutoff 2026 |
| General | 2193 |
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Answered a month ago
KEA usually conducts multiple rounds of counselling, including Round 1, Round 2, and an Extended Round, depending on how many vacant seats are available.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Cutoff marks for KCET 2026 are calculated on the basis of number of applicants, availability of seats, performance of the candidates in the test, reservation and difficulty of the question paper.
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Answered a month ago
Candidates who have passed or are due to pass class 12 (equivalent) in the specified subjects are eligible to apply for KCET 2026 as per the criteria of KEA.
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